5 Ways to Make a Big Impact with a Micro Event
With concerns about the CoronaVirus and everyone’s limited ability to travel, small weddings and events are seeing huge popularity this year. Whether you call them micro, mini, tiny or intimate, small weddings and events allow people to celebrate the meaningful moments they’ve been looking forward to, while staying safe and secure.
Are you planning a micro event? Just because it’s small, doesn’t mean that it can’t be incredible. You can still wow your guests at a mini event - sometimes even more so than at a typical one! I love to get creative, think outside the box and dream BIG for my clients at their smaller event.
photo by Duke Images
Here are 5 of my favorite ways you can make a big impact with your tiny event.
1. Get creative with your location
Many unique locations unsuitable for large weddings or parties may now be in play for your tiny wedding. Is there a restaurant you love? How about the location of your first date? A gorgeous gallery, theater or historic building in your area? Your own backyard? Let your imagination run wild!
photos by Adagion Photography
2. Splurge on what’s most important to you
With the savings of only hosting a handful of guests, you may have room in your budget to go big on the items that mean the most to you.
Do you love food? With a small guest list, it’s easier to host an incredible, gourmet dinner party. Look for caterers who specialize in fine dining, or reach out to your favorite local restaurants and chefs to see if they are offering catering services.
Do you love fashion? Anything goes at your tiny wedding, so this could be your change to wear that dream dress or chic suit, whether traditional or avant garde.
Are you a fan of flowers and decor? Work with a wedding designer and florist to create the environment of your dreams, but on a smaller scale that you’d need to for a large event.
3. Personalize Your Details
Have fun personalizing the little details of your event. Treat your guests to moments that honor them, or give them something special that you and your partner love.
Write a note to each of your guests letting them know how much they mean to you.
Add a handwritten menu at each place setting with notes about why you love each dish.
Create custom favors that include each guest’s name or monogram.
Send a gift box as your invitation filled with your favorite treats or home luxuries.
Photos by Mi Belle Photography
4. Spend quality time with each guest.
This is a great opportunity to spend quality time with loved ones who you may not get to see very often! Large weddings can go by in a blur, but small weddings allow you to slow down and see each and every one of your guests.
5. ENJOY!
Have a great time and enjoy every moment! If you’re having a smaller event than you originally planned, try not to think of this smaller event as less than. This is your moment to celebrate and shine. Big or small, your event is incredibly meaningful. Don’t wait to things to be “perfect” to celebrate, go for it!
photos by Katie Beverley Photography
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